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Spinach
Spinacia oleracea
Medium difficultyWinterSpring
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Sunlight
Partial Shade
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Watering
High
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Min pot size
8" pot
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Start from
Direct sowing, thin to 10-15 cm
About Spinach
Spinach (Palak) is a fast-growing, cool-season leafy green perfect for shallow, wide containers. In Lucknow, true spinach thrives in the winter months. For terraces, select bolting-resistant, multi-cut varieties to maximize yields in limited space.
Climate requirements
Ideal temperature
15-25°C
Heat stress above
30°C
Cold stress below
5°C
Humidity
Moderate
Rain sensitivity
High (Leaf damage)
Growth stages
Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–44
Stage 3
Harvest
Day 45–75
Common pests and diseases
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Companion plants for Spinach
Avoid planting nearby
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